http://www.viewpoints.com/Misc-Baby-Health-Items Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:44:18 GMT Reviews about Misc. Baby Health Items http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-31515 Dreft laundry soap was the first soap I bought to do my babies laundry.  I just "knew" it would work better than anything else and since sensitive skin runs in the family I was really worried about hurting him.  I used it and it did work great.  His clothes smelled nice and he never got a rash or anything.  The next time I needed soap I was at a store that didn't have the big jug and I didn't want to pay about as much for a small one, so I tried the store brand.  It worked exactly the same!  The scent was the same, it cleaned and no rash for my baby!  I learned my lesson that you don't always have to pay premium prices to get a quality product.  I will buy Dreft if it's on sale or I have a coupon or something, but it's not my go to brand that I HAVE to have.  I would say if you are on a budget or like to cut costs any brand of baby soap will work because I have now used several store brands and they are all the same. —... Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:44:18 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-31515 msmith918 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/California-Baby-All-Natural-SPF-30-Sunscreen-review-78c71 When I use sunscreen, I depend on 3 things: — 1) Easy to apply — 2) UVA AND UVB — 3) High protection — I'm not super picky beyond that. I don't care how it smells or looks. I just want it to work. — After using the California Baby bug spray, I was elated to find that it came in a Sunscreen form. I mean, WOW! I can have an all-natural alternative to regular sunscreen? Amazing! —  How does it match up to my expectations? — 1) Easy to apply? Not really. It's for everyday use, but I can't imagine keeping my toddler still for the 10 minutes it takes to apply the sunscreen. It hard enough to get him to stay still for 5 minutes. This formula is REALLY thick, and it's going to take 10-15 minutes to really get it rubbed in. — 2) UVA AND UVB? Yes, without the use of chemicals. — 3) High protection? It sure feels like! It's the top of the water resistent formula, and you can feel it. That's why it takes so long to rub in . —... Tue, 19 Aug 2008 22:40:21 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/California-Baby-All-Natural-SPF-30-Sunscreen-review-78c71 AngiBowman 2 http://www.viewpoints.com/Boppy-Luxe-Pillow-review-cdcf2 The Boppy pillow is most useful for tummy-time and teaching your child to sit up, but it is not the best product for nursing. It's too small and rigid. I have found that the Bosom Baby V-shaped pillow is the best product I have ever bought! It's great for nursing, sleeping, cuddling, tummy-time and sitting (available at lunalullaby.com). —... Sun, 03 Aug 2008 15:11:27 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Boppy-Luxe-Pillow-review-cdcf2 moxiemom 3 http://www.viewpoints.com/California-Baby-Natural-Bug-Blend-review-4e723 A few weeks ago, my family attended a church picnic. Naturally we put on a nice, low-DEET formula of OFF on nearly everyone. I'm allergic to DEET, so I've just learned to deal with bugs. However, our nearly 3-year old son started to vomit and we knew we were in trouble. I — n the era of West Nile, I was terrified. How do we protect our children from bugs without having to resort to OFF or the like? Avon was an option, but I have had poor experiences with the greasy Skin-So-Soft. — Doing a quick search on the internet, we found California Baby. All natural products? Also available in our local stores? AMAZING! — Pros: — 1) All-Natural: When you use it, you can smell exactly what is in it. There's nothing chemically made in it! It's made with just Citronella, lemongrass and cedar essential oils. — 2) It really works: I'm not kidding. Since using California Baby Bug Spray, we're had NO problem at all with bugs. Okay, we have a bug problem in our area but... Sat, 02 Aug 2008 18:11:16 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/California-Baby-Natural-Bug-Blend-review-4e723 AngiBowman 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Hylands-Hylands-teething-tablets-review-dde48 You know the more I read , the more confused I get. Use this......Don't use that. What to use? What works? Well about four years ago I decided to go natural (as much as I could on a budget) and I love it. So when my newest addition started teething...what did I grab?  That's right Hylands all natural tething tablets. My first thought was ok do they really work? Are they safe? Are they easy to use? The answer yes, yes, and yes!!! I noticed right away that they seem to ease the pain. I put two tablets in my baby's mouth and they desolve in seconds. Little while later, she is doing great with no pain!!!!  The tablets are small and desolve on contact to tounge. I started using them when my youngest hit about five months. They also have tabs for bedwetting, and gas. I know they have more than that but too many to list. They also carry great products for adults. I LOVE the CALMS by them. It helps me to sleep if I can't fall asleep. I wake up well rested without any side... Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:49:10 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Hylands-Hylands-teething-tablets-review-dde48 sekoplen 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Boppy-Luxe-Pillow-review-d4562 I love my boppy!! I didn't get one at first, thinking I didn't need one, and that I could do with generic pillows (read: I'm cheap) but once I tried a friend's boppy, I realized it was the pillow for me! — — I use it all the time to nurse my baby, and it fits perfectly.  It's very sturdy, which is great, because I needed the support.  I think it's a definite must-have for all nursing moms. —... Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:16:40 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Boppy-Luxe-Pillow-review-d4562 pearlofafrika 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-0dfb4 I am a mom of two children and I use dreft for everthing in our household.  Both my children are red heads and have sensative skin, so I use it on everything in our household so if they lay on my bed, or snuggle with me my clothes are just a nummy smelly and soft.  I would recommend this detergant for everyone.  It is pricey, but it is so gentle on your clothes.  —... Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:04:59 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-0dfb4 trish1208 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Boppy-Luxe-Pillow-review-90927 I have to say that these "Boppy Pillows" are absolutely amazing. I remeber when I was a expecting/new mom. I absolutely DID NOT want one of these, I just thought it would be lazy way out, it was wierd looking, all the above. Now I have been watching my neighbors 3 month old for the month and she brought one with her and said that Shawn loved it. So I gave it a try the first day and and I'm in love with the "Boppy".  This has to be one of the greatest inventions ever. I cant believe I made it with out one of these miracle pillows. As my husband and I are trying to conceive , I have already told him this is one the first things we will... Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:39:47 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Boppy-Luxe-Pillow-review-90927 amyndls 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Boppy-Luxe-Pillow-review-84dc2 The boppy is great for alot of things. Nursing,  just holding the baby, laying the baby in, helping baby sit up, helping baby get tummy time and not have face buried in the floor. My 3 yr old still likes to play with hers. It is big and space taking when not in use. But imo well worth it.... Fri, 13 Jun 2008 20:02:29 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Boppy-Luxe-Pillow-review-84dc2 Emraldize 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Target-Baby-Laundry-Detergent-review-d0670 When my daughter was born, I was very insistent on using Dreft, especially since I have sensitive skin. I know how delicate newborns skin can be, and I didn't want to up her chances of having sensitive skin, so we stuck with Dreft. While shopping at Target, I found they carried their own brand of baby detergent, and at about 1/2 the price. And, with all the laundry I was doing just for her, I was ecstatic at the possibility of maybe saving a few dollars. So, I decided to try the smaller bottle just to see. I love the smell of Dreft, but was willing to give up the smell for the price, but I didn't have to. Targets brand smells just like it, and does just as good of a job as Dreft. It works great to pre-treat stains. We haven't had any problems, and she is now 1 1/2. I am still using this detergent, but will probably switch to what we use for ourselves when we finish this bottle. — — I can't remember the specifics of the smaller bottle, but the large one is 200 Fl. oz. and... Sun, 11 May 2008 04:12:47 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Target-Baby-Laundry-Detergent-review-d0670 shadaram 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Huggies-Naturally-Refreshing-Disposable-Washcloths-review-bbcf1 I Love Huggies Natural washcloths. They automatically make a great lather and get baby very clean without getting liquid soap everywere. They are disposable so I do not have to buy tons of fabric washcloths (I have no washing machine so I have to take my clothes accross the street which I can only do every other week, in this case I need a million of everything!). In addition they smell great and do not break out my son's sensitive skin. Highly... Thu, 17 Apr 2008 18:06:03 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Huggies-Naturally-Refreshing-Disposable-Washcloths-review-bbcf1 mikkayuno 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-62c32 I love this product for the reliability, smell, and overall ability to wash the clothes. I will load the machine with our baby's clothes and fill in with the rest of our laundry (9 and 5 year old boys, and a husband who does a lot of household chores). Granted we have a fabulous high end machine now, but previously (with son #1) we did not, and this product worked to get out all the baby goo. Plus, for me, having two pediatrician's suggest using this I felt more confident. Now on baby three I not only use Dreft but also the Dreft (Oxy) stain spray. The combo really does work to get out the tougher (blow-out diapers) stains. Now available at Costco (or was... Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:59:44 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-62c32 amommy2sons 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-e1a42 Seriously, I wouldn't waste my money on this. I was given a couple bottles of the detergent for my baby shower and as soon as they were gone I washed my son's clothes with ours just using the dye free/fragrance free detergent that I've been using for years. — Spend your hard earned money on something else. —... Sun, 30 Mar 2008 23:37:22 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-e1a42 KristeyK 2 http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-0f323 While Dreft does smell great, it's just not necessary unless your baby has extremely sensitive skin. Just use any "free & clear" detergent and then you can use it on your entire family's laundry. This is so much more convenient and... Mon, 24 Mar 2008 19:23:13 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-0f323 psjl 2 http://www.viewpoints.com/Playtex-Fridge-to-Go-Bottle-Tote-review-eb8d2 I love that I do not have to mess with cold packs, etc...just put the whole darn thing in the freezer over night and voila! you are ready to go! it really keeps milk cold - it even had started freezing some after I had it in there all day. I like that the outside of the bag doesn't feel cold to the touch - it doesn't make stuff around it cold (like diapers in the diaper bag!). I am very happy with this item. —... Sat, 22 Mar 2008 02:43:51 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Playtex-Fridge-to-Go-Bottle-Tote-review-eb8d2 circlefacebb 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Blue-Ridge-Safe-Fit-Grow-With-Me-Backpack-With-Harness-review-23371 My toddler loves walking when we're out.  However, he likes to run and hates holding hands.  I can't blame him.  When holding his hand, his little arm is stretched up above his head and I have to hunch over.  It's uncomfortable for everyone after a few minutes.  I got the Safe Fit Grow With Me Backpack with Harness because I wanted something a little less obvious than the plain harness with "leash" attached.  Several people who've seen it on my son were surprised that it had a tether - they thought it was just a little backpack.  The tether can also be removed, allowing your child to use the backpack by itself.  — — So far this has been a great product.  It allows my son to walk freely without having to have his arm above his head or tripping over the stroller while trying to hold onto that.  He has both hands free.  It also keeps him by my side.  I don't have to worry about him running and getting away from... Wed, 19 Mar 2008 20:48:13 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Blue-Ridge-Safe-Fit-Grow-With-Me-Backpack-With-Harness-review-23371 GMRsMom 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Munchkin-Fresh-Food-Feeder-review-bbc43 I tried this product being a little scepticle when I purchased it. It not only worked wonderfully, it was a god sent. — It was easy to use and lasted a long time. It was especially helpful in the car on a trip. Removing the choking hazzard from the picture. — This was extremely helpful considering I was a first time mother when I bought it. One less thing to worry about. —... Wed, 19 Mar 2008 02:13:52 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Munchkin-Fresh-Food-Feeder-review-bbc43 mythicalangel 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-c8bb0 This laundry soap has been a god sent! It not only cleans the kids clothes if you use it as a pretreater for stains. But it gets out most organinc and inorganic stains. — I love the scent it does not affect my children whom are sensitive to scents. No allergic reactions at all. All the clothes not only come out soft but clean. — This product can be found almost anywhere and in a variety of sizes. It made my job as being a stay at home mom that much easier. —... Wed, 19 Mar 2008 02:06:28 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-c8bb0 mythicalangel 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-e4c82 This product is great , it is what I was looking for as a new parent , I read about a lot of product, since I was afraid that if chosen not carefully , the detergents would have caused allergies . And everyone was recommending it , all of the doctors I spoke to , all the moms . The only thing I don;t like , it is very expensive. But babies are so FINE not for a long time , I used it for a year , now I am using regular detergent for my daughter. In my opinion it is worth the money —... Thu, 13 Mar 2008 03:56:23 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-e4c82 ani 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-43fa3 I used this for the first few months with my first baby because that is what your supposed to do right?  Then I thought about it one day, why am I paying so much extra for something that doesn't really do that well on stains, is NEVER on sale, and is SCENTED (which is one thing that most people with sensitive skin, babies inccluded, cause a reaction)  so I switched to ALL Free & Clear. It's on sale a lot more often, does WAAAAY better on stains and they make a formula for high efficiency washers which Dreft does not. —... Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:48:41 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Dreft-Laundry-Detergent-review-43fa3 Dwynegen 2